John Tortorella's contract not renewed after Golden Knights' Cup Final loss
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 8:20 PM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
John Tortorella's time as coach of the Vegas Golden Knights has come to an end after the team lost in the Stanley Cup Final to the Carolina Hurricanes. Tortorella, who joined Vegas in late March after being fired by the Philadelphia Flyers, led the Golden Knights to a strong playoff performance. However, Golden Knights GM Kelly McCrimmon confirmed Tortorella will not be retained for the following season. Despite a successful run to the Cup Final, Tortorella's tenure was marked by controversies and fines, including a $100,000 penalty for skipping a postgame press availability. As of now, Tortorella has limited coaching options for the 2026-27 season.
- •Golden Knights lost in six games to the Carolina Hurricanes in the Cup Final.
- •Tortorella joined Vegas with a strong playoff run, including a series sweep over Colorado.
- •Vegas forfeited a draft pick due to violations under Tortorella's leadership.
- •Tortorella's coaching future is uncertain, with only two openings available.
- •Tortorella had previously coached the Rangers from 2009-2013.
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"John Tortorella’s career behind an NHL bench may not be over, but his tenure in Las Vegas is up. Despite […]
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